Recreation Leader - Arts and Culture (Casual)

ORGANIZATION:
City of Port Coquitlam

DEADLINE:
February 2, 2026

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
Grow your career, shape our City! We are an award-winning values-based organization made up of a diverse team of employees dedicated to our mission of public service where your work matters. Bring your uniqueness, insight, and bright mind to our City that is a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusiveness. We encourage innovation, support employees as they grow and advance, and recognize talent and hard work.

WEBSITE:
http://www.portcoquitlam.ca/cityjobs

JOB DESCRIPTION:
This is recreation work that involves instructing and facilitating programs and services, preparing individual program plans, and promoting interest and encouraging participation in program activities. The City is specifically seeking staff who are available to work weeklong spring break and summer camps for children ages 5.5–12. Duties are performed within established guidelines, with independent action and initiative exercised on individual aspects of programs. Work is performed under general supervision and is evaluated by a supervisor based on effectiveness of instruction, services provided, and conformance to established practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Instruct, facilitate, and participate in the delivery of a variety of recreation programs and services within established standards and guidelines

• Prepare individual program plans for review by a supervisor for assigned recreation programs and services

• Provide referrals to community resources within established guidelines

• Represent the Department and the City in a positive, professional, and customer-friendly manner

• Set up equipment necessary for assigned programs and services and store equipment safely following program completion

• Maintain routine records and reports and enter program data

• Draft promotional material for review and approval by a supervisor

• Provide direction and instruction to other members of the work unit and/or program contractors and assist others within the department

• Enforce rules and regulations and ensure required standards of behaviour and safety in accordance with established policies and procedures

• Perform other related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

• Six months full-time equivalent experience working in an arts-related setting

• Minimum of two post-secondary courses related to community development

• Facilitation training

• Standard First Aid

• Serving It Right

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence

• Considerable knowledge of activities required to be successful in the area of assignment

• Considerable knowledge of the fundamentals of program leadership and recreational instruction

• Sound knowledge of the principles, practices, and objectives of community recreation programs

• Demonstrated ability to implement age-appropriate activities specific to developmental stages within established guidelines

• Ability to recognize when to provide referral information regarding community resources to patrons

• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of individuals and groups

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of individuals and groups of all ages, both internal and external

• Ability to maintain control with tact and diplomacy and provide instruction in a fun, safe, controlled, and organized manner

• Ability to understand, follow, and carry out oral and written communications

• Demonstrated skill and leadership abilities working in the assigned area

HOW TO APPLY:
Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply online by February 2, 2026, at www.portcoquitlam.ca/cityjobs, quoting competition number 26-001c. The City wishes to thank all applicants for their interest and advises that only those selected for interviews will be contacted. To be considered for this position, all certifications and licences must be uploaded with your résumé and cover letter. The City of Port Coquitlam will conduct a criminal record check.

REMUNERATION:
$27.49 hourly wage, plus 12% in lieu of vacation and statutory holiday pay (2025 rate of pay)